Caribbean Guide 2024 - 2025

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THE BEST BRANDS IN THE BEST LOCATIONS

Adults-only Hyatt Zilara™ and all-ages Hyatt Ziva™ all-inclusive resorts are located in the most lush, breathtaking settings in Mexico and the Caribbean. Here anything is possible, because everything is included, from luxury accommodations and authentic dining options to world-class entertainment and locally inspired activities.

Hilton All-inclusive resorts give guests the freedom to enjoy everything! Each adult and all-ages resort offers infinite beauty and countless amenities like picturesque views, luxurious suites, distinctive activities and endless dining and drinks on the world’s most enviable shores. Whether it’s an intimate couple’s getaway or an adventure for the whole family, Hilton’s newest luxury resort collection includes everything under a sun-soaked sky for the perfect vacation.

The ultimate carefree vacation awaits at our all-ages and adults-only resorts. Everything you’ve been daydreaming of all-in-one place. Picture-perfect beaches, inviting pools, gourmet meals paired with creative cocktails. It’s the moment you’ve been waiting for. Put on your out of office. Take off to Wyndham Alltra all-inclusive resorts.

From soul-stirring landscapes and unlimited entertainment to upscale accommodations and superior service, Jewel Resorts offer quintessential island luxury. Whether it’s a sophisticated adults-only getaway at Jewel Paradise Cove or nonstop family-fun at Jewel Grande, guests can indulge in breathtaking beaches, diverse dining options, limitless libations, numerous watersports and extravagant accommodations, all included in their stay.

Sanctuary Cap Cana, a Luxury Collection Adult All-Inclusive Resort. Set along the Dominican Republic’s pure white sand beach, adults-only Sanctuary Cap Cana breathes luxury and romance, resembling a colonial castle town perched on a cliff by the sea. Combining beautiful architectural design with impeccable service and lavish accommodations, all-inclusive Sanctuary Cap Cana offers unlimited access to endless luxury.

Situated along the remarkable white-sand beaches in Cancun’s famed Hotel Zone, Seadust Cancun Family Resort is so much more than a resort. Its impressive views of the famous turquoise waters and the Nichupté Lagoon mixed with a plethora of exciting activities, unique dining concepts and limitless inclusions make Seadust the perfect all-inclusive vacation destination for families and couples, alike.

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Beaches, music, wellness retreats –discover an island with many faces

Weddings and Honeymoons

That loving feeling: an affair of the heart on a holiday full of romance

Hidden Gems

Secret places: Hidden beaches, waterfalls, walking trails and more

Multi-Generational

Memorable Holidays for all ages and family members to share

18 St. Kitts S History. Beaches. Adventures. Farm to fork produce. Music. Rum tasting

Swimming, diving or snorkelling, break the surface and let the magic begin

Play and Watch

Cricket, golf, running and an interisland swim – be a sport

25 St. Vincent and the Grenadines

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26 Health and Wellness

Deep breaths, wellness treatments and physical and mental wellbeing

28 Nature and Wildlife

Lush jungle, verdant rainforest, turtles, and swimming pigs

32 Grenada S

Natural beauty, chocolate estates, beaches and underwater sculptures

33 A Sense of Adventure

Thrills and spills among mountains, tropical forests, caves and volcanoes

36 Turks and Caicos S

A unique multi--island destination that offers the perfect escape

38 Golf Drive for show and putt for dough on some of the world’s best courses

39 The Cayman Islands S

Three islands, colourful events, unique wildlife and a tasty culinary offering

41 Food and Drink

Let your taste buds roam and explore regional cuisine and flavours

44 Accommodation

A home from home in a boutique hotel luxury resort and beachside villa

46 Festivals and Events

Colour, music, pageantry, costumes, carnivals and parades

48 Flight Paths

Flying to the destinations of the Caribbean has never been easier

50 Map

Get to know the geography and locations of the region’s destinations

52 Airlines and Tour Operators

Carriers and companies that can help you plan a Caribbean getaway

54 CTO Chapter UK and Europe

Members List

Directory of destinations and services

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With over 30 destinations, each with their own cultural traits and unique place in the region’s history, there is a huge range of fabulous holidays in the Caribbean

Now is the time to book a Caribbean break! With new flights from the UK, fresh accommodation options and attractions across the region, planning your own great escape is easier than ever. Escape on a romantic getaway for a wedding or honeymoon, take off on a family and multi-generational trip, explore the Caribbean’s natural beauty on land, explore wonders below the waves, and discover its culinary delights. Or why not escape your usual comfort zone with an adrenalin-rush activity such as sky diving or rock climbing?

Alternatively, get into the swing of things by playing golf on a championship course or jump in the saddle for a horseback ride that takes you right to the water’s edge. Or simply recharge your batteries on a health and wellness break, where you escape from the stresses of your usual rhythm of life.

For the ultimate “island time” escape, unwind at one of many fabulous resorts and hotels where the pace of your day is governed by the sunrise, sunset and a healthy dose of doing as you like when you like.

Wherever you go there is an experience or attraction that will help you immerse yourself in the culture, history and people of the Caribbean and provide memories that will linger long after you arrive home.

And such meaningful experiences are what an increasing number of travellers are demanding from their holiday escape.

Explains Tiffany Mike, Manager of Liamuiga Natural Farm, an organic enterprise on St. Kitts that is located in acres of fertile farmland and surrounded on all sides by government protected rainforest: “As you explore Liamuiga Natural Farm, you’re not just a guest, you’re a part of our mission to preserve the environment, uphold Kittitian traditions, and create a sustainable future – and all while enjoying exceptional food and coffee.”

Visiting a rum distillery is another quintessentially Caribbean experience. Rum making dates back to the early 1600s when sugarcane was first cultivated on a commercial basis. Today, there are still dozens of distilleries producing the spirit that invite visitors to learn about the culture and history of the industry.

Unwind at Paradise Beach, Nevis

Going local at Liamuiga Natural Farm, St.Kitts

Sparkling days in Turks and Caicos

Saint Lucia once had a host of small plantation distilleries, remnants of which can still be found around the countryside.

Visitors to Saint Lucia Distillers in the Roseau Valley region can take a tour that includes a video on the history of rum making on the island and a visit to the distillery factory, with its molasses and open vats where final fermentation takes place.

The experience ends in a tasting room with over 25 rums, including many found in UK supermarkets, such as Chairman’s Reserve, Admiral Rodney and Bounty.

Welcoming visitors in Barbados is the West Indies Rum Distillery, which dates back to 1893 and is the home of Planteray Rum, Stade’s, Cockspur and Malibu. Guests learn some of the secrets of Barbadian rum production by taking “an immersive journey

“There are numerous opportunities across the Caribbean to learn new skills or enjoy an existing hobby of leisure pursuit”

through time” and see an exclusive collection of historic stills, including the world’s oldest surviving pot still.

“I am a rum geek and ensure the experience for visitors who come to Stade is nothing short of extraordinary,” says West Indies Rum Distillery host Ramon Watson.

BUCKET LIST MOMENT

For those looking to stretch the limits of their usual physical boundaries, a hike up Saint Lucia’s famed Pitons fits the bill.

“It’s not an easy hike but is worth it when you get to the top for what is a real bucket list moment,” says Julian Toussaint, Gros Piton tour guide with 758 Adventures, Saint Lucia.

“People tell us that the sense of accomplishment is like winning an Olympic medal. The view is so breathtaking that we watch people fall silent, as they sit and look around. They don’t even think about the journey back down!”

There are also endless opportunities across the Caribbean to learn new skills or enjoy an existing hobby or leisure pursuit.

If you have never snorkelled or put on a scuba tank before, the Caribbean is the ideal place to start. Numerous sheltered coves, calm lagoons and sparkling azure seas draw those keen to venture out of their comfort

zones to discover the wonders that reside below the waters, and there are companies in most destinations that cater for both beginners and experienced water sports enthusiasts.

Anguilla is one such island that delivers historical and natural beauty in abundance, warm waters and good visibility year-round.

There are reef sites suitable for both snorkelling and diving, wreck dive sites and advanced dive sites, such as the famed wall dives at the offshore keys of the comically named Dog Island and Scrub Island.

“Our diver guests are mesmerised by the kaleidoscope of marine life that greets them, from radiant coral to graceful stingrays and slithering eels,” says Matthew Billington, owner of Scuba Shack in Anguilla.

“One of my favourite sites for snorkelling and diving is the Angel Reef, so named because of the large number of Angel fish seen, along with stingrays and turtles.

“The Captain Turtle site is another favourite – a nice easy dive that entertains everyone from the novice to the most experienced diver. The plateau has lots of places for nurse sharks to sleep,” adds Matthew.

ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS

Those who have previously enjoyed a Caribbean escape have plenty of fresh offerings to choose from. In Guyana, new experiences include paddle boarding tours, a sunset cruise, a trekking and river adventure, a guided bike tour and a waterfall adventure.

Visitors to Anguilla can enjoy a new immersive costume-making experience, helping to make costumes for the island’s annual Grand Parade of Troupes carnival event. August 2024 marked the 50th anniversary of Anguilla’s Summer Carnival.

Hide & Seek GeoTour is a new self-drive tour and treasure hunt that sees participants discovering natural beauty across Grand

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The colours and sounds of the Tobago Carnival

Cayman, Cayman Brac and Little Cayman, with prizes for those taking part.

Carifesta, the Caribbean’s festival for promoting culture, diversity and creativity, will return for the first time in four years when it is held in Barbados in August 2025.

Saint Lucia held its first ever Adventure Week in late 2024. Starting with a halfmarathon, it showcased adventure activities on the island, from the Three Peak Challenge to bamboo river rafting.

Saint Lucia also has a new nature adventure experience called the Small Six, highlighting some of the indigenous creatures that can be seen on the island, such as the Saint Lucia parrot, pygmy gecko and black finc.

NEW HOTELS

A slew of new hotels are providing a timely boost to the Caribbean’s accommodation inventory, while many existing hotels are undergoing major refurbishments.

Sandals Resorts opened its Sandals Saint Vincent and the Grenadines resort in spring 2024, making it the brand’s 18th all-inclusive resort in the Caribbean. The 300-room property is set among 50 acres of tropical landscape, with two-storey overwater villas.

Jamaica is another island set to benefit from several new hotel developments. The Princess Grand Jamaica Resort has opened the first 1,000 rooms of a planned 2,000 additions following the earlier inauguration of the 750room Riu Palace Aquarelle, with further hotels due to open in 2025.

In the Cayman Islands, the Hotel Indigo Grand Cayman has opened with 282 rooms. The property is the first new hotel on Seven Mile Beach since 2016.

Also new is the 22-room luxury, boutique adventure lodge, Vida Cayman Islands.

And new in Curaçao is the 150-room Courtyard by Marriott and the ultra allinclusive Rif at Mangrove Beach.

In Aruba, the Iberostar Grand Aruba has opened on Eagle Beach, featuring 240 suites, each with a balcony Jacuzzi, while the 250room St. Regis Aruba Palm Beach Resort was due to open in late 2024 with features including a butler service.

In St. Kitts, former Kittitian Hill hotel Belle Mont Farm, which overlooks the point where the Atlantic meets the Caribbean, has rebranded as the Belle Mont Sanctuary Resort. The 100 cottages and villas have features that include reflective infinity pools.

Mount Cinnamon, a boutique hotel above Grand Anse Beach in Grenada, is offering guests new one-bedroom Cinnamon Suites following a major renovation.

Founder Barry Collymore says: “It’s such a beautiful spot on one of the lesser-explored locations in the Caribbean. There are no chain restaurants and you don’t have to fight for a spot on the beach!”

The new Cap Juluca Spa by Guerlain has opened at Belmond Cap Juluca, Anguilla,

“UNBEATABLE”

Florian Valmy-Devillers, Business Development Director for the Caribbean Tourism Organisation Chapter UK and Europe, says the Caribbean is now firmly back near the top of the wish list for UK travellers.

“With an unbeatable choice of natural, cultural and historic attractions, our tropical destinations make the ideal escape for any traveller looking for the trip of a lifetime.”

The spa facility is inspired by the Arawak Indians, the island’s earliest inhabitants, who were known for celebrating the renewal and rejuvenation of each new day.

COMING SOON

Among future developments, the Whimsy Hotel & Spa Saint-Martin – MGallery Collection is due to open in 2025 as a luxury revival of the Beach Plaza Hotel site in Saint-Martin.

Two luxury boutique resorts will form part of a 367-acre, development of two private islands in the Bahamas’ Exumas island chain while Des Hotel & Des Iles is planning to expand its collection of hotels and villas on the islands of Martinique, Guadeloupe and St Barthélemy.

Grand Cayman’s luxury hotel scene will be elevated further in 2025 as two new five-star properties make their debut: the 100-room Mandarin Oriental Grand Cayman, located on the coast of St. James Point in Bodden Town, and the 354-room Grand Hyatt Grand Cayman Hotel & Residences on Seven Mile Beach. Wherever you stay and play, there’s a Caribbean holiday that offers a Great Escape.

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Belle Mont Sanctuary, St. Kitts

Uchi Falls and Gorge, Guyana

The new Sandals Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

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JAMAICAN PARADISE

Jamaica is a destination so dynamic and multifaceted you could make hundreds of visits and always have a unique experience. From world-class beaches and wellness retreats to its thriving music scene and delicious cuisine, it will delight visitors every single time.

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Lined with powdery white sand and inviting aquamarine waters, Jamaica’s beaches are amongst the world’s best. From the famous Doctor’s Cave Beach in Montego Bay to the equally popular Seven Mile Beach in Negril, Frenchman’s Cove in Portland, Treasure Beach on the South Coast or the unique Dunn’s River Falls and Beach in Ocho Rios, there’s a beach for everyone. But if lounging on the sand all day is not your style, a visit to Jamaica may be just what the doctor ordered. With hundreds of fitness facilities and countless running and exercise groups, the global thrust towards

health and wellness has spawned annual events such as the Reggae Marathon and the Kingston City Run. The get-fit movement has also influenced the creation of several health and wellness bars, as well as spa, fitness and yoga retreats at upscale resorts.

over flavoured wood. Though the method has evolved over time and varies by chef, the flavour remains the same: undeniably Jamaican and unquestionably delicious.

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Traditional Jamaican patties are also a must try, as are curried goat, mannish water, oxtail and, of course, the national dish ackee and saltfish

Home of the legendary Bob Marley, arguably reggae’s most iconic and globally recognised face, the island’s most popular musical export is an eclectic mix of infectious beats and enchanting lyrics. It can be heard throughout the island, and is celebrated with annual festivals such as Reggae Sumfest and Rebel Salute.

The island is quickly building its reputation as an ideal destination for corporate retreats, meetings and incentive groups. While the Jamaica Conference Centre and Montego Bay Convention Centre remain the most popular venues, many resorts have also added or upgraded conference spaces.

FEED THE SOUL

To visit Jamaica and not try jerk chicken, pork, fish, conch or sausage is almost sacrilegious. The technique involves smoking meat or seafood that has been seasoned with an abundance of traditional spices and herbs either in a metal drum or barrel or

Making new friends in Port Antonio

ONE LOVE

With its international reputation for being synonymous with love, Jamaica offers breathtaking landscapes as a backdrop to some of the most romantic and dazzling nuptials.

The diversity of settings is staggering – from the mystical energy of the Blue Mountains and sensual appeal of the lush waterfalls to the warm sunsets on pristine beaches and the stately presence of the old plantation houses.

Couples looking for the ideal place to say “I do” are spoilt for choice on an island with outstanding natural beauty and professional event planners, musicians, DJs, florists, photographers, caterers and other wedding experts who make sure that every detail is taken care of for that special day, week, or longer. When it comes to wedding and honeymoons, you’re in safe hands.

One thing is certain: getting married in Jamaica will be a truly unforgettable experience. It’s a wedding and honeymoon destination all in one

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ROMANCE

Feel the love with sand between your toes and make tropical turquoise seas your something blue because few places do romance quite like the Caribbean

“This is a barefoot boat,” Captain OB says, encouraging the newlyweds to remove their sandals as they board The Great Expectation, Jus’ Sail’s traditional restored Carriacou Sloop boat in Rodney Bay, Saint Lucia. Ahead is a romantic private sailing to enjoy a sunset at sea with a rum punch in hand – a perfect honeymoon excursion.

LOVE IS IN THE AIR

Saint Lucia has been voted the most romantic destination in the Caribbean many times and remains one of the most popular choices for honeymooners. With luxury resorts such as Windjammer Landing, Ladera, Sandals, Anse Chastanet, Jade Mountain and more, there’s plenty of choice within a short catamaran journey to the island’s iconic Piton mountains.

Elsewhere, you can’t really go wrong with a visit to any of the Caribbean destinations for a romantic holiday, be it a wedding, honeymoon or couples getaway.

Love is always in the air in Anguilla – so much so that the Anguilla Tourism Board has published a dedicated Romance Itinerary with ideas for couples that include sunset strolls, dancing and bar-hopping, horseback riding, sunset cruises, private dinners and chilled beach shack lunches with toes in the sand.

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properties of the Ocean Hotels Group, including the new The Rockley.

Personalisation and exclusivity is at the heart of this unique service, whether you envision a romantic dinner for two on a pristine white-sand beach, a secluded spot with Champagne to watch the sunset, or an enchanting Bubble On The Beach experience.

Sitting on 21 acres of lush, oceanside property, Bermuda’s Grotto Bay offers multiple unique settings to fit a wedding of any style.

“Traditionally, Bermudians serve two cakes at their weddings; for the bride, a three-tiered fruitcake covered in silver icing to symbolize a ’fruitful’ marriage, and for the groom a single-tiered pound cake covered in gold icing to signify prosperity,” says J.P. Martens, Grotto Bay’s General Manager.

Or head to Antigua, where the Shirley Heights Lookout offers views over English and Falmouth Harbours. Sunset at Shirley Heights is hard to beat, but on a par is the view from Montserrat’s Volcano Observatory, where the Soufrière Hills, an active stratovolcano, provide an unforgettable backdrop.

SAY ‘I DO’

a picturesque venue for weddings. The 300-year-old manor house has been restored to its former glory with beautifully manicured gardens that host outdoor ceremonies with an old-world charm.

HEAVENLY HONEYMOON

After the stress of planning a wedding, the honeymoon element provides a welcome and memorable start to married life.

All of Sandals resorts across the Caribbean, including the new all-inclusive Sandals resort in Saint Vincent, offer a special honeymoon package to newlyweds that arrive within 30 days of their wedding date. Guests simply register their booking details to receive a bubbly welcome, a bottle of chilled sparkling

Make it a wedding to remember by saying ‘I do’ to the music of gentle waves lapping at a white-sand shore. On a beautiful stretch of pristine white sand along Cable Beach in The Bahamas, Rosewood Baha Mar offers wedding ceremonies in true tropical luxury.

Looking for a breathtaking backdrop to propose to your partner? Then consider Barbados and the three

The resort’s wedding venues include verdant Rosewood Garden, surrounded by lush exotic foliage.

In St. Kitts, the Fairview Great House and Botanical Gardens is

A romantic dinner setting in Anguilla

A couple at Fort George, Grenada

wine, a romantic turndown service the first evening of their honeymoon and a breakfast in bed on one of the mornings of their stay.

Sandals’ offer applies for stays of three nights or more.

The British Virgin Islands were set to welcome a number of new honeymoon getaway spots in late 2024. These include Peter Island Resort, poised to be the perfect getaway for those seeking a little bit of extra luxury. Couples will be able to enjoy the scenic private island views, relax and unwind in the spa and savour the top-notch cuisine

“Saint Lucia has been voted the most romantic destination in the Caribbean many times and is a favourite choice of honeymooners”

in peace on the secluded beach with Peter Island’s private dining offer.

Many of Anguilla’s hotels provide the picture-perfect spot for a memorable honeymoon. Cap Juluca, a Belmond Hotel, is loved for its calm, relaxed atmosphere and its resort suites that open right up onto Maundays Bay.

At Four Seasons Resort & Residences in Anguilla, honeymooners enjoy the secluded beachfronts of Meads and Barnes Bays, sip cocktails in the adults-only Sunset Pool and venture out to explore nearby islands. •

SECONDS OUT

Are you already married but regret not having the wedding ceremony in the Caribbean? If so, then consider heading to Aruba in August for a vow renewal ceremony to remember.

Those who do certainly won’t be alone – the Caribbean’s largest vow renewal event takes place on the shores of Eagle Beach every year, with couples arriving from all over the world to reaffirm their commitment.

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A Sandals wedding set-up in Jamaica

A couple enjoy the warm ocean waters of St. Kitts

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There’s always somewhere new to discover in the Caribbean, whether an empty beach, an off-the-beaten track wildlife santuary or a ‘hidden’ waterfall

The Caribbean is packed with popular beaches and attractions but away from the crowds of tourists numerous hidden gems lie waiting to be discovered.

BEACH GEMS

In Anguilla, once you’ve seen popular Shoal Bay East, head to the south of the island to Rendezvous Bay, a two-mile strip of fine, white sand and home to SunShine Shack, run by the “legendary Garvey”, who says: “The heart and soul of Rendezvous are the Anguillians that bring life to this beach every day with food and, music. Every hour is happy hour!”

In Grenada, the small but perfectly-formed Magazine Beach gives the island’s famous Grand Anse a run for its money, while in Montserrat couples will adore Lover’s Bay Beach, a little cove between two onyx cliffs that’s hard to find by land and best reached by hiring a kayak from Scuba Montserrat.

Owner Andrew Myers says: “This secluded paradise stands out for the adventure factor. When you go, you’ll feel like it’s just for you.”

IT’S NATURAL

The Caribbean is blessed with popular natural wonders but steer off the main tourist trail and you’ll find plenty to explore. Tobago is one island that is blessed with native wildlife

and the perfect place to enjoy it is in the 20 acres of forests of the Corbin Local Wildlife Park. This non-profit sanctuary is home to indigenous animals, such as tatoo (armadillo), iguana and wild caiman. Guided walks are often led by the founder himself, Roy Corbin.

Neighbouring Trinidad is home to the world’s largest commercial deposits of asphalt, La Brea Pitch Lake, regarded as the eighth wonder of the world but little known. Visitors can soak in the natural sulphur pools.

In Jamaica, Dunn’s River Falls is a big attraction but head inland in the other direction from Montego Bay and you’ll find stunning waterfalls and a blue lagoon at Benta River Falls, one of the island’s best-kept secrets.

GO BACK IN TIME

In the Cayman Islands, walk in the footsteps of early settlers at Mission House in Bodden Town, the island’s first capital in the 1800s.

In the British Virgin Islands, visit the Callwood Rum Distillery, thought to be 400 years old and run by the same family for the last 200 years.

On Martinique, Le Carbet is where Columbus first set foot on the island in 1502; its Gallery of History highlights the links between the native Arawak and Carib people and the sea.

It’s also home to a small museum devoted to the artist Paul Gauguin, who spent five months on Martinique in 1887. •

Little Bay Beach, Montserrat

Spot iguana in Tobago

Beach walk in Anguilla

The Cayman Islands beckon. This captivating Caribbean haven promises a vacation brimming with natural wonders, from unspoiled beaches to translucent waters teeming with marine life. Immerse yourself in a rich cultural tapestry, embark on worldclass diving adventures, and savour culinary delights that will leave you craving more.

One of the most significant attractions in the Cayman Islands is the unmatched natural beauty that surrounds the islands. The white sandy beaches and turquoise waters provide the perfect setting for a relaxing and rejuvenating vacation. Whether you want to unwind in the sun or dip in the sea, Cayman offers an unparalleled experience. Exploring the lush botanical gardens or snorkelling in Stingray City is also an excellent way to immerse yourself in the islands’ natural beauty.

Cayman is a diver’s paradise, with many spectacular dive sites. The famous underwater attractions include the USS

Kittiwake wreck and vibrant coral reefs of Bloody Bay Marine Park. The crystalclear waters offer unparalleled visibility, and abundant marine life is waiting to be discovered. Whether you’re an experienced diver or a novice snorkeler, Cayman offers a unique experience.

From fresh seafood caught daily to international cuisine influenced by the island’s diverse cultural heritage, the culinary delights in the Cayman Islands are a treat for your taste buds. Sample local specialities like conch fritters and Cayman-style fish tacos, or dine at one of the many worldclass restaurants offering gourmet cuisine prepared by award-winning chefs. Options span from casual beachfront eateries to upscale fine dining establishments,

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historic landmarks. Explore the charming streets of George Town, visit the National Gallery of the Cayman Islands to admire local artwork, or attend one of the many cultural events celebrating Caymanian music, dance, and cuisine.

The Cayman Islands have a rich cultural heritage worth exploring, too. The islands offer a glimpse into their unique history and traditions, from lively festivals and colourful street parades to fascinating museums and

Indulge in luxury and stay at one of Cayman Villas’ 80 properties, including beachfront villas with private pools and spacious condos on Seven Mile Beach. Enjoy impeccable service, stunning ocean views, and many amenities, such as spa services, water sports, and gourmet dining. The properties at Cayman Villas are an experience in themselves.

Whether you’re seeking adventure, exploration, relaxation, or indulgence, Cayman is the perfect setting for an unforgettable summer getaway. So why wait? Let the Cayman Villas team help you plan your dream vacation to the Cayman Islands today and discover why it’s the ultimate destination for summer travel.

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Holidays packed with fun activities and relaxation will suit everyone in the family – whatever their age

Travelling as a family is about spending quality time together, escaping the routine of daily life and forging memorable experiences. With its yearround warm climate, clear and shallow waters, top attractions, tropical jungles and accommodation options that cater to all ages, the Caribbean is the perfect choice.

THRILLS, SPILLS, CHILLS

Kids will hold on tight and shrill with delight on a jeep tour on Aruba’s north coast. Guests can drive their own vehicle or join a guide for a bumpy, exhilarating ride along dirt tracks and over the rugged terrain in a four-wheel drive. Tours usually also include swimming at the island’s best snorkelling spots too.

Or embark on a thrilling safari tour along Jamaica’s longest navigable river, The Black River, to see crocodiles and exotic birdlife.

You’ll also learn about a programme to

ON THE RAILS

Adults and kids alike will enjoy a journey on the narrow gauge St. Kitts Scenic Railway, otherwise known as the “Sugar Train”.

Originally built in 1912 to deliver sugarcane from the fields to the sugar mill in Basseterre, the “Last Railway in the West Indies” now provides a fascinating way to see the island.

You’ll learn about St. Kitts’ sugarproducing history, and see dramatic scenery along the way as the train travels past old sugarcane estates, small villages, farms and rainforests, with views of the ocean and Mount Liamuiga. You will also be treated to Caribbean folk songs from the St. Kitts Railway Choir.

help rescue and rehabilitate the crocs, and about the park’s other eco-tourism initiatives.

There’s nothing the little ones like better than a ghost story, so take them to the Rose Hall Great House in Jamaica’s Montego Bay for a history tour. According to local legend, White Witch Annie Palmer haunts the grand halls here.

On Grand Cayman, children will be spellbound by the rugged, black, otherworldly limestone formations nicknamed “Hell” by islanders.

Not far from Seven Mile Beach, a visitor centre informs about the millions of years of geological activity behind the creation of the rocks and at the post office you can send post cards from “Hell” to those back home.

Take to the water on a river tube on one of Dominica’s must-do adventures at the Hibiscus Eco-Village, the last and only Kalinago Territory in the world.

Previously known as the Carib Reserve or Carib Territory, this is a 3,700-acre district that was established for the Indigenous Kalinago people who lived in the region prior to European colonisation and settlement. You will drift along slow-flowing pools while basking in Dominica’s natural wonders then race through the river’s mini-rapids. Hold on tight!

WILD AND WONDERFUL

Young and old alike will enjoy hand-feeding colourful Jamaican hummingbirds at the Rocklands Bird Sanctuary, a 20-minute drive from downtown Montego Bay.

Or feed larger birds at Aruba Ostrich Farm, home to a collection of ostriches and emus.

Visitors can sign up for an interactive tour to learn about the resident birds and visit the hatchery and the pens where the juvenile birds are kept. The menu at the facility’s

Savanna restaurant features ostrich and emu egg omelettes.

The whole family can spend the day at the Barbados Wildlife Reserve, four acres of mahogany forest near the top of Farley Hill, where you can take a self-guided tour

Children’s pool at Hotel Riu Ocho Rios, Jamaica

A gentle bamboo rafting tour in Saint Lucia

among agouti, armadillo, pelicans, iguanas, turtles, tortoises, parrots, flamingos, peacocks and – always a favourite among the youngsters – the cheeky Barbados Green Monkey. Arrive by 14.00 to see the monkeys being fed.

“On Saint Lucia, enjoy a serene guided bamboo river rafting experience, with lunch, on the Roseau River, the island’s second longest waterway”

WATER WAYS TO GO

Spread across 140 acres, with 20 million gallons of water, 11 swimming pools and a river, the Aquavanture at the Atlantis Paradise Island in The Bahamas is the ultimate water park experience.

Across the Caribbean are water parks of all shapes and sizes. At Splash Island in Saint Lucia, kids can bounce and slide their way across an inflatable obstacle-course with a climbing wall, swing, trampoline, hurdles, monkey bars and more.

There’s more inflatable fun at Rascals Waterpark in Bridgetown, Barbados, where children can climb and crawl and try not to fall into the azure water.

In St. Thomas in the U.S. Virgin islands, enjoy

a swashbuckling adventure at Pirate’s Cove, a pirate-themed water park with water slides, pools and pirate-themed play areas.

And a new aqua park at the 25-acre Five Islands in Trinidad is home to the Caribbean’s longest lazy river, wave pool and a dedicated play zone for little ones. There’s also go-karts, a trampoline zone, an obstacle course, roller skating and a surf rider.

For something more sedate, on Saint Lucia enjoy a guided bamboo river-rafting experience on the Roseau River, the island’s second longest. You will paddle through a mangrove area as pelicans swoop overhead. The experience ends with a three-course lunch on a deck built from recovered driftwood.

LEARN AND PLAY

Little ones can be Willy Wonka for the day on a tour with the Grenada Chocolate Company to see how chocolate is made.

Or go back in time and learn about Nassau’s rich pirate history at the Pirates of Nassau Museum. Past mischief on the high sea is brought to life with interactive exhibits. captivating stories and costumed characters, combining entertainment with education.

And get a glimpse of the Caribbean’s colonial past and the hardship of daily life on a sugar plantation at Betty’s Hope, Antigua’s oldest sugar plantation established in 1674. •

Trunk Bay, St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands

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St.Kitts Scenic Railway

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FROM FARM TO FORK

The island’s restaurateurs celebrate St. Kitts’ natural abundance with menus that feature fresh-off-the-boat seafood, native fruits and vegetables, and homegrown spices.

At Liamuiga Natural Farms, the art of farm-to-table dining is perfected – from tasty dishes served on banana leaf plates to coffee ice cream made from beans harvested just a few steps away.

THE JOYS OF RUM

On the grounds of the oldest surviving rum distillery in St. Kitts, aspiring RumMasters embark on a journey of spirited discovery. Tastings introduce guests to the history of the Caribbean’s favourite spirit, while over at Hibiscus Spirits RumMasters create their own mixes infused with native flavours like Roselle Hibiscus calyx.

OLD WORLD WONDER

Grand estates, sprawling manors and breathtaking historical landmarks abound in St. Kitts – and each is as impressive as the last. Explore the bustling cobblestone streets of Basseterre for a glimpse into the island’s colonial past, or climb up the UNESCO World Heritage Site at Brimstone Hill Fortress National Park to marvel at the wonder of one of the country’s most significant historical sites.

SOUNDS OF SUMMER

Every year, the island’s summer vibes set the stage for islandwide limin’ during the colourful and exhilarating St. Kitts Music Festival. Soulful R&B, energetic soca, and irresistible dance hall beats are performed live and under the stars by some of the most talented musicians in the Caribbean and beyond.

ADVENTURE’S PEAK

On an island where discovery is never the same from day to day, try your hand at everything from rainforest hikes up towards Mt. Liamuiga’s peak (at 1,155 metres or 3,792 ft) to scuba diving and scenic catamaran tours.

Each end of the island offers an entirely different – yet equally fulfilling – experience, from the salt-and-pepper shores of the north to the golden beaches of the south.

TIME FOR SUGAR MAS

As most Kittitians will tell you, it’s not winter in St. Kitts without Sugar Mas. The island’s winter carnival takes place all through December and January, leading into the new year in bursts of vibrant colour, joyous song, lively parades and rhythmic dance.

For visitors, it’s a great way to learn and experience both traditional folklore and modern-day carnival.

VENTURE DEEPER

More than a holiday or an escape, your days in St. Kitts—however many they may be—will be reinvigorating. The rush of a bold new adventure in the rainforest, the rose gold glow of the hills at sunset, the full bodied laughter shared with new Kittitian friends. You’ll collect moments like these and see how they fill you.

Find your way to St. Kitts, and discover how far you can go when curiosity leads the way.

escapeto BLUE MAGIC

With biodiversity aplenty, break through the surface with a snorkel and flippers or dive tank to discover a colourful underwater world

Do you want to know what magic feels like? Then glide your hand under the moonlitbathed ocean surface of Mosquito Bay in Vieques, Puerto Rico, and you’ll come close to an understanding.

For few real-life experiences are as ethereal as seeing a bioluminescent bay where dinoflagellates (a species of plankton) glow in the dark at touch, twinkling neon blue in a manner akin to the stars above.

Tour companies such as Taino Aqua Adventures show you how to explore the bay in a glass-bottomed kayak, with clear views of the glowing water beneath you.

In Jamaica, the appropriately Luminous Lagoon offers a similar brush with magic, on three-hour trips out of Montego Bay.

BURSTING WITH LIFE

The waters of the Caribbean are home to some of the world’s most colourful and biodiverse marine life – and it’s easy to learn how get up close to those colourful denizens of the deep.

First-time snorkellers and PADI-certified divers alike can spot wiggly trumpet fish, blow kisses to the polka-dotted puckeredlipped smooth trunkfish, see double with a perfect pair of butterflyfish, and even find themselves immersed in schools of blue tangs, which are more commonly known as ‘Dory’ from Finding Nemo

For spotting sharks, stingrays, manatees and sea turtles as well as coral reefs and other underwater formations, head to Belize’s Hol Chan Marine Reserve.

Meanwhile, in St. Kitts the colourful Camp Reef is home to lobsters, porcupine fish and the occasional nurse shark. Timely divers may also catch a glimpse of a stingray burying itself in the sand.

Sitting to the north west of St. Kitts is the tiny Dutch island of St. Eustatius. Although tiny in size and without sandy white beaches, hiding off its coast is 27km of protected marine reserves. This is an example of biodiversity at its best, with pristine coral reefs and hundreds of fish species and marine life.

For turtle sightings, Buck Island Reef National Monument in the U.S. Virgin Islands is an underwater wonderland that features a barrier reef, a sea turtle nesting ground and a shipwreck. Snorkellers can enjoy the calm waters inside the barrier reef, while divers can explore the deeper waters around the island.

However, you don’t necessarily need to snorkel or dive to get up-close-andpersonal with denizens of the sea. Grand Cayman, the Cayman Islands’ largest

Kayaking on bioluminescent waters in Puerto Rico

Prepare to dive in Barbados

Grenada’s underwater sculpture park

island, is home to the Stingray City Sandbar and is a must-visit for anyone curious about getting up close with the slippery creatures.

Tours visit the Coral Garden to marvel at the vibrant colours, along with a location where snorkelling with starfish is possible, finally culminating in the star attraction. In Stingray City, the clear water is no deeper than five feet, providing the ideal selfie opportunity to pose with the stingrays.

The gentle giants are so familiar with human interaction that they are comfortable swimming up close to you.

SCULPTURE PARK

For diving with a difference, the Moliniere Underwater Sculpture Park in Grenada is a world’s first. It features over 65 human-like sculptures that have become encrusted with coral and transformed into an artificial reef that attracts rich marine life.

Elsewhere, divers are drawn to numerous shipwrecks that reside in their final resting place on the ocean floor.

In diving communities, Barbados is often referred to as the ‘Shipwreck Capital of the Caribbean’ due to it being the only island

“During a dive in the Caribbean, you may come across parrotfish, butterflyfish, snapper, and sea turtles”

GET CERTIFIED

Take a PADI certification course whilst on holiday in the Caribbean. On average, it takes four days to become PADI-certified and once obtained the certification is valid around the world. Already got your PADI certification? Why not extend your knowledge with one of the many advanced courses available, for example rescue diving. Courses are available in dive centers in many destinations. Information can be found at travel.padi.com

where divers can see seven individual shipwrecks in one dive. A highlight is Bajan Queen, once Barbados’ only tug boat and now home to curious schools of fish.

Just 450 feet off the coast of Otrobanda, Curacao, lies the Superior Producer shipwreck. Accessible from the shore, the ship sits upright on her keel.

For underwater photography, Bonaire is claimed by some to be the “Shore Diving Capital of the World”. This small island sports a marine park encompassing most of its coastline. A vast network of wellmaintained dive sites teem with marine life, and all accessible from the shore.

FEATS OF NATURE

The Caribbean’s natural landscapes are not exclusive to above sea level. The Bloody Bay Wall in Little Cayman, Cayman Islands, is a sheer wall that drops thousands of feet into an abyss. It teems with colorful coral, sponges and a dazzling array of fish.

In Belize, the Blue Hole offers an adrenalin-fuelled challenge. Plunging hundreds of metres, this giant sinkhole is not one for the faint-hearted! •

Colourful coral in waters off of Saint Lucia

Young green turtle in Barbados waters

Turquoise waters at The Baths beach on Virgin Gorda, BVI

A Premier Caribbean Experience

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With properties in Antigua and Barbados, we have become the go-to choice for travellers seeking a blend of natural beauty, high-end amenities, and exceptional service. We cater to a variety of guests, from couples to families and our resorts focus on offering premium, all-inclusive stays in the Caribbean’s most beautiful locations. Each resort provides first-class accommodations, dining, and a multitude of activities. Whether guests want a peaceful beach retreat or exciting water sports, Elite Island Resorts offers the best of both worlds.

Galley Bay Resort & Spa – Antigua

Galley Bay Resort & Spa is an adults-only retreat on a secluded white-sand beach, known for its intimate atmosphere. The resort features 98 rustic-luxury rooms, beachfront suites, and lush gardens. Guests can enjoy activities like sailing and kayaking or simply relax by the pool. Galley Bay’s farm-to-table dining approach uses local ingredients to deliver a rich culinary experience.

St. James’s Club & Villas – Antigua

Situated on a private peninsula, St. James’s Club & Villas is perfect for both couples and families. With two beaches, six pools, and multiple restaurants, it offers an all-encompassing holiday experience. The resort’s kids’ club provides a range of supervised activities, while adults can unwind at the spa, play tennis and pickleball, or enjoy the stateof-the-art gym & fitness classes.

The Verandah – Antigua

The Verandah, Antigua, is an adult only, all-inclusive beachfront property on Antigua’s north-east coast, offering 30 incredible acres which cover small cliffs and lead down to white sand beaches. The resort provides a range of facilities, activities and dining options within its fantastic all-inclusive package, perfect for guests looking to unwind in the Caribbean

Hammock Cove – Antigua

Hammock Cove is our ultra-luxury, adult-only, boutique resort offering 52 private villas, each with its own plunge pool. Known for its luxurious ambiance, Hammock Cove is ideal for couples seeking a five-star getaway. The resort offers Michelin star dining, wellness activities like yoga, and a full-service spa, along with water sports from a pristine white-sand beach.

The Club Barbados – Barbados

Located on the famed Bajan west coast,

The Club Barbados is an adults-only, all-inclusive resort known for its laid-back elegance. The resort offers beachfront views, spacious rooms, and activities ranging from water sports to cultural tours. Three on-site restaurants provide a blend of international and Caribbean cuisine, while the full-service spa and freshwater pools add to the relaxing atmosphere.

Pineapple Beach Club – Antigua

Pineapple Beach Club is an adults-only resort set on 30 acres of tropical gardens, with a jaw-dropping quarter-mile whitesand beach and turquoise waters. The accommodations range from gardenview rooms to beachfront suites. This laid-back resort offers multiple dining options and activities such as snorkelling, tennis, and live entertainment, making it a top choice for relaxation and fun.

Galley Bay Resort & Spa

Elite Island Resorts’ Commitment to Sustainability

We are proud to say that Elite Island Resorts all participate in caring for their natural surroundings, the sea, beaches, and environment.

Our resorts are located on some of the most beautiful islands in the world and we believe that everyone has a responsibility to care and nurture the world around us.

Elite Island Resorts emphasizes sustainability by incorporating ecofriendly practices into daily operations.

These include solar energy, water conservation programmes and waste disposal methods that are carried out in the safest and cleanest ways possible.

We ensure that our hotels and resorts are as energy efficient as they can be and where possible minimise the use of single-use plastics.

All the resorts source food locally, supporting island farmers and reducing their environmental impact.

At Galley Bay Resort, for instance, the farm-to-table dining concept uses fresh, organic produce from island suppliers.

The Verandah has its own on-site brewery as well as a desalination plant which enables the resort to produce its own bottled water for guests.

Weddings and Honeymoons

Many couples dream about a Caribbean wedding and choose Elite Island Resorts for unbeatable and memorable destination weddings and honeymoons.

With stunning Caribbean settings, including beachfront and garden venues, couples can create a memorable experience with the help of dedicated wedding planners.

The all-inclusive nature of the resorts makes the transition from ceremony to honeymoon seamless. Honeymoon packages often include romantic dinners, spa treatments, and private excursions, ensuring newlyweds have a special and personalised experience.

Whether for weddings or anniversaries, our resorts provide the most idyllic setting for couples to celebrate love.

Travel Agent Incentives

Elite Island Resorts recognises the crucial role that travel professionals play in the holiday planning process and is dedicated to fostering strong relationships with travel agents.

We do this by offering various booking incentives and competitions and we regularly run agent-specific competitions and booking incentives to reward agents.

Through these competitions, agents can win complimentary stays and exclusive experiences.

Additionally, Elite Island Resorts provides exclusive Interline rates for travel industry staff. This program, available through the dedicated website interlinebyelite.co.uk, allows travel staff to enjoy Elite Island Resorts at a fraction of the usual cost.

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The Verandah

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The Verandah

St. James’s Club & Villas

Iescapetoa SPORTING LIFE

Signature annual events and opportunities to spectate, yacht, swim, surf, run and cycle offer visitors a sporting chance in the Caribbean

nterest in sports runs high in the Caribbean, which presents visitors with numerous opportunites for both spectating and participating and even planning a holiday around a sporting passion.

IN A SPIN

Cricket, of course, has a special place in the Caribbean’s sporting heritage, with several destinations across the region having stadiums that host test matches and oneday and T20 international games.

These include Jamaica, Barbados, Antigua, Trinidad, St. Kitts, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines and Guyana.

The Kensington Oval in Barbados is one of the oldest and most famous cricket grounds in the world, known for its electric atmosphere and historic matches. The

stadium is a popular attraction for cricketloving Brits, even when matches are not being staged. Visitors can join a one-hour tour of a venue that is a historic landmark.

In Saint Lucia, The Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium offers breathtaking views and a unique setting for watching matches.

IN THE WATER

The region’s sunshine and warm waters are factors in sailing’s long-standing popularity. For example, the spring Antigua Sailing Week is a long-established event that will see its 56th running in 2025.

The aim of the first Aruba International Regatta in June 2024 was to introduce more people to sailing and sustainable water sports. The family-friendly Surfside Beach near Oranjestad hosted windsurfing, kitesurfing plus catamaran and yacht races.

Grenada’s Carriacou Regatta Festival, held each August, features thrilling races. Fans on shore celebrate with local cuisine, hold street parties and compete in events such as donkey racing.

Marking the end of the Anguilla Summer Festival in August, the Champion of Champions Boat Race celebrates local boat racing heritage. ‘Landracers’ on the shore provide an upbeat vibe with music, dancing and barbecuing.

It is not just elite swimmers who

participate in the annual 4 km (2.5 mile) open water swim from Nevis to St. Kitts each April. Starting at Oualie Beach, a cove popular with snorkellers, swimmers from around the world negotiate the channel where the Atlantic and Caribbean meet.

RUN, PEDAL, SERVE

Athletics meets at Jamaica’s National Stadium are famed for their rocking atmosphere. But throughout the year, distance runners can participate in events across the Caribbean before relaxing into a holiday. Options include the Marathon Bahamas on Nassau, Curaçao Marathon in November and Cayman Islands Marathon on the first Sunday of December.

And each January, ultra-runners can test themselves over 50 undulating kilometres in the U.S. Virgin Islands’ St. Croix Scenic 50. The event also now features a less demanding 5 km race.

For cycling enthusiasts, Jamaica’s Blue Mountain National Park and Cayman Island’s Crystal Caves can be enjoyed from

Many resorts in the Caribbean have excellent tennis facilities. Whether you’re a club player or just looking to enjoy a casual game, you’ll find plenty of courts to play on – and some resorts offer coaching sessions for those looking to improve their drop volleys whilst on holiday.

• The channel swim between Nevis and St. Kitts

The Oyster World Rally in Antigua and Barbuda

ST. VINCENT AND THE GRENADINES

LEAVE THE WORLD BEHIND

A sun-kissed chain of 32 verdant islands and cays, of which only nine are inhabited, St. Vincent and The Grenadines (SVG) is ideal for a dreamy destination wedding. Couples can say “I do” amidst pristine beaches and soak up the relaxed Caribbean vibe. And thanks to a new online e-licencing portal, it’s now easier than ever to get married in SVG as couples can sort paperwork before arrival. Meanwhile, a thrice weekly Virgin Atlantic route from LHR to SVD provides convenient access for all guests.

Plus, couples can choose from SVG’s numerous luxury properties, from the new allinclusive Sandals resort with over-the-water and riverside wedding venues to exclusive boutique properties including three private island resorts.

TOBAGO CAYS

Sail among five uninhabited cays, indulge in a castaway style picnic and snorkel with turtles in a marine sanctuary.

escapeto RE-ENERGISE

Breathe in, breathe out, embrace the Caribbean’s calm vibe and discover your healthiest physical and mental self

Be it a sunrise pilates session on a powderwhite sandy beach, a spa treatment laden with locally harvested ingredients, or an evening yoga session on a paddleboard, a trip to the region promises the ultimate recipe for rejuvenation and regeneration.

PAMPER TIME

with floor-to-ceiling windows, the treatment rooms feature panoramic views of the Caribbean. The spa also offers the island’s only hammam experience. Special wellness journeys aim to empower women navigating menopause and other hormonal stages of life.

With therapies and treatments drawing inspiration from nature and tradition, the Caribbean is home to a huge selection of spas ready to help you reset your health priorities.

Cap Juluca, a Belmond Hotel located on Anguilla’s Maunday’s Bay, has opened a new spa in partnership with Guerlain, drawing inspiration from Anguilla’s earliest inhabitants, the indigenous Arawak tribe.

Arawak celebrated the renewal and rejuvenation of each new day, while offering a harmonious connection with nature and a rebalance of energy.

In Barbados, have a treatment with a view at the O2 beach Club & Spa’s Acqua Spa. Situated on the seventh floor of the hotel

In Saint Barthélemy, the holistic La Mer care journey at the luxurious Le Barthelemy Hotel & Spa embraces the vital force energy of the sea.

At the heart of each treatment is gently and sustainably harvested regenerative sea kelp that holds a concentrated energy and rich nutrients. This marine plant charged energy is extracted using copper sound plates and sun spectrum light to energise the healing powers that nourish the body.

Le Barthelemy Hotel & Spa has also introduced Aquatic Tibetan Bowl Sound Healing. Placing the bowls on top of the water while the participant submerges under the water allows the sound to transmit deep vibrational frequencies, creating a vibrational effect on internal organs and energy system.

Sound healing is often used to minimise pain and muscle tension, reduce anxiety, and improve the overall mental state.

Also practicing sound therapy massage is the full-service Wymara Spa in Turks and Caicos, the sole organic-certified treatment centre on the island.

To stay safe in the sun and help to protect Turks and Caicos incredible marine life, Wymara even has its own reef-safe sunscreen. Furthermore, profits from selected menu items and guest surcharges generate donations for The Turks & Caicos Reef Fund,

The Palms Spa, Turks and Caicos

Be pampered in St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands

Chill out at Palm Beach, Aruba

Revitalise and re-energise in the Caribbean

which undertakes work in coral conservation and regeneration.

Guests are promised the chance to find balance and serenity at Red Lane Spa, at the new Sandals Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, which opened its doors in March 2024.

Against a soothing backdrop of flowing water and lush greenery, treatments have been designed that harness the natural minerals found in volcanic sand to both exfoliate and detoxify.

RETREAT TO REJUVENATE

If you’re in need of some serious rejuvenation, then wellness retreats are a sure-fire way to guarantee you’ll leave the stresses of modernday life behind.

Known as The Nature Island, Dominica is a magnet for eco-conscious travellers seeking a wellness retreat amidst pristine rainforests, natural hot springs and cascading waterfalls.

A highlight is the jungle-cocooned clifftop spa at Amanera resort, which offers a Taíno medicine walk through the forest, introducing travellers to the herbal medicine traditions of the Caribbean Taíno people.

Guests learn how to harvest and prepare

their own natural healing blends, like those used in the Amanera Spa’s Moon Rituals.

In Saint Lucia, luxury wellness resort Body Holiday says: “Give us your body for a week, and we’ll give you back your mind”.

Guests can discover the Joy of Wellness, through movement, mindfulness, nature, balance, connection and, of course, relaxation on a pristine crescent beach surrounded by tropical gardens. In addition to daily activities, each guest receives one spa treatment a day for the duration of their stay.

Vaksana Eco Retreat in Guyana champions

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SPA FOR YOUR MIND

It’s important we look after our minds as well as our bodies. If you’re in need of some TLC for your mental health, consider heading into the tranquil forest in Barbados for some restorative healing with Psychotherapy in Nature. Recharge, regroup and realign your mind with a UK-trained psychologist as they guide you through a body-mind experience, be it with an energy healing massage, or meditation – with miniature donkeys, nonetheless! Psychotherapy in Nature’s approach is unique in comparison to other therapy services, using an alternative therapeutic framework that allows longer, one-off, or less frequent sessions (avoiding clinical, weekly appointments). Imagine it as a spa break for your psychological wellbeing.

inclusivity, gender equality and sustainability. From guided meditation sessions to locallysourced nourishing vegetarian cuisine, guests are sure to leave feeling rejuvenated.

If yoga is more your thing, consider visiting Havana, Cuba, where the Yalorde Yoga Cuba Retreat aims to bring guests closer to Cuban culture and decode the Afro-Cuban heritage.

The annual Spiritus Yoga Retreat at Castara Retreats at Castara Retreats in Trinidad and Tobago offers seven days of gentle and spiritual movement, breathwork and meditation – and views of the ocean. •

Lady Palm Club Suite, Sandals Saint Vincent

Detox with a natural mud treatment in Dominica

escapetoexplore NATURAL BEAUTY

Cascading waterfalls, lush jungle, sky-splitting mountains, scenic hikes, inspirational boat trips and tours packed with wildlife and nature are on offer in the Caribbean

Nature is abundant in all its glory across the Caribbean. Those who are not satisfied being a bookworm on the beach or sipping a cocktail at the hotel swim-up bar can venture out for a brush with a host of natural wonders.

Whether it’s helping count turtle hatchlings on Nevis, trekking through underground Mayan caves, or taking on Saint Lucia’s magnificent Pitons, travellers will discover there’s much more to the Caribbean than stunning beaches.

NATURE CALLS

In Grenada, journey through the picturesque parish of St. George to the Grand Etang Forest Reserve, to explore the rainforest, interact with the mischievous Mona monkeys and catch a glimpse of the crater lake, an extinct volcano.

Next is a stop at the Balthazar River, taking in the verdant surroundings while the gentle

currents carry you along on a relaxing river tubing experience. Finally, there’s a pit stop at Annandale waterfall, to swim and splash in the clear waters – or simply sip a cocktail at the popular Wild Orchid Bar.

Introduced in 2024 by Sensational Tour is a turtle-watching excursion out of Matura, a tiny village on Trinidad’s east coast. Each year, between March and September, endangered giant leatherback turtles come ashore there to lay hundreds of eggs, providing a unique opportunity to watch from a respectful distance.

It is a sustainable option too, as some of the profits go towards helping young people in the surrounding villages.

SEA LEGS

In The Bahamas, catamarans depart from Nassau harbour each day. Ports of Call Tours take guests to snorkel a reef, step into a private beach club, and chow down on a buffet lunch with unlimited rum punch,

with the chance to interact with some of the more unusual locals.

A swimming pig interaction gets visitors close to wild pigs that roam uninhabited smaller islands – visitors feed them chicken sausages and cuddle the piglets.

Night owls will love an Overnight Bio Bay Kayak Tour in Vieques Island, one of the smaller islands off the coast of Puerto Rico. Paddling through the waters of BioBay once night falls, kayakers will marvel at the resplendent phosphorescent microorganisms that give the bay its nickname, as they glow more vibrantly, creating a shimmer on the water.

A guide leads the boats through the flickering waters, explaining more about this natural phenomenon.

Kayaking through mangroves in Turks and Caicos

Baby leatherback turtle in Trinidad and Tobago

Spectacular view from Timothy Hill in St Kitts

“In Belize head underground on a tour of Actun Tunichil Muknal for a fascinating glimpse into the ancient Maya”

Adventurers can explore Antigua and Barbuda’s coastlines and coves by chartering a boat from Sunsail. Beginning at Nelson’s Dockyard, an area surrounded by lively bars filled with sailors drinking rum cocktails, drop anchor in Deep Bay and snorkel The Andes, a famous shipwreck hidden below the surface.

A suggested Antigua itinerary is cruising the island’s waters in search of turtles, dolphins and frigate birds; hiking its

forested hills, snorkeling in Freeman Bay, and visiting Barbuda’s deserted bays and beaches.

HIKES & GREAT VIEWS

For hiking enthusiasts, a new challenge awaits in Saint Lucia. The Saint Lucia Three Peaks Challenge brings together the Pitons’ three climbs: Gros Piton (2,618.9 ft), Mount Gimie (3,117 ft) and Petit Piton (2,438 ft). Hardcore scramblers will relish the technical elements of Petit Piton, which

requires ropes for some sections. Local guides from The 758 Adventurers provide an escorted series of the three hikes.

A new hike to the summit of Mount Liamuiga with Welcome to St. Kitts is a mustdo for nature enthusiasts, with awe-inspiring panoramas of the lush ecosystem in all directions from its 3,700 ft peak.

As the trail ascends, tropical birds and unique plant species reveal themselves, before you finally reach the crater rim and take time to peer into the ancient abyss.

In Belize, for a fascinating glimpse into the life of the ancient Maya take an inverse trip deep underground on a tour of Actun Tunichil Muknal.

The epic nine-hour trip with Maya Walk Tours sees guests hike and wade deep

into a series of tunnels, chambers, and passageways. The maze-like network is home to artefacts and treasures such as the Crystal Maiden, the crystallised remains of an ancient ceremonial victim.

A cave guide ensures a safe passage out, where the reward is a picnic lunch.

PARK LIFE

The Dominican Republic’s Los Haitises National Park deserves to be a bucket list item due to its multiple caves, huge number of Indigenous petroglyphs and pictographs, and over 200 species of birds.

A day trip with Moto Marina Tours includes sailing around the many islets that form the park, taking in the mangroves, spotting pelicans, herons and the Ridgway’s hawk, and

“In Grenada, visit the Grand Etang Forest Reserve, to explore the rainforest and interact with cheeky Mona monkeys”

marvelling at the stunning scenery.

There’s also a stop for lunch on Cayo Levantado – also known as Bacardi Island – for sunbathing on the sun-kissed beaches and to enjoy a buffet lunch of typical Dominican food.

In Jamaica, Blue Mountain Tours claims to be the only company that takes visitors to the peaks of Blue and John Crow Mountains National Park, where wild hogs and other animals roam the pine tree forests. Guests can saddle up for a three-hour signature Blue Mountain Platinum Bike Tour, which takes in waterfalls and swimming holes.

Then sample Jamaica’s signature coffee brand and whizz past bean plantations as you ride the highest, longest zipline in Jamaica, included in the tour price. •

Hike Saint Lucia’s iconic dual Pitons

Jamaica’s Blue and John Crow Mountains NP

See flamingo in Bonaire

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Grenada’s stunning beaches, lush rainforests and vibrant culture make it a Caribbean gem for adventure and relaxation

ANNANDALE FALLS

Annandale Falls is a captivating natural wonder nestled in the lush rainforests of Grenada. Cascading gracefully from a height of about 30 feet, the waterfall is framed by verdant tropical foliage and moss-covered rocks.

Visitors are enchanted by the sight and sound of crystal-clear water plunging into a serene pool below, creating a refreshing oasis in the heart of the island. Surrounded by the tranquil ambiance of the rainforest, Annandale Falls invites travelers to unwind, swim in the cool waters, and marvel at the untouched beauty of Grenada’s interior.

GRAND ETANG LAKE

Grand Etang Lake is a tranquil oasis nestled within the heart of Grenada’s lush rainforest. Grand Etang National Park, including the lake, is renowned for its diverse wildlife. Birdwatchers can spot a variety of bird species, including the Grenada dove, the national bird of Grenada known for its distinctive call. Mona monkeys and other small mammals inhabit the rainforest, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts seeking to observe wildlife in its natural habitat.

BELMONT ESTATE

Belmont Estate offers a unique “Tree to Bar” chocolate experience that takes visitors on a journey from the cocoa tree to the end chocolate product. Guests begin with a tour of the estate’s cocoa fields, where they learn about the cultivation of cocoa trees. Next, visitors explore the chocolatemaking facility, where they witness the transformation of raw cocoa beans into smooth, decadent chocolate. Throughout the experience, guests are treated to tastings of the estate’s fine chocolates.

UNDERWATER SCULPTURE PARK

The Grenada Underwater Sculpture Park is a one-of-a-kind underwater gallery located in Moliniere Bay, on Grenada’s west coast. Created by renowned British sculptor Jason deCaires Taylor in 2006, it weds art, marine conservation and tourism. The sculptures in the park often convey themes related to Grenadian history, folklore and modern life and serve as a cultural attraction

that encourages dialogue about art, conservation and the relationship between humans and the marine environment. Visitors can explore the sculptures either by snorkelling or diving, depending on their level of expertise.

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FTropical forests, lost civilisations, waterfalls, mountains, volcanoes, caves and reef-filled seas – the natural wonders of the Caribbean are the perfect setting for adventure holidays

rom gentle strolls to challenging treks, the varied landscapes of the Caribbean islands are a joy to explore by foot.

Plenty of water and good hiking shoes are required for the challenging hike up Caraçao’s highest peak, Mount Christoffel, which climbs 872ft in less than a mile, requiring some rock scrambling and taking two to three hours to summit. Top tip: take advantage of the park’s 6am opening time to set off early and avoid the heat.

Another favourite for hard core trekkers is Saint Lucia’s Gros Piton, one of the island’s famous twin volcanic mountains and a Unesco World Heritage site.

As you climb, you’ll enjoy rare and beautiful fauna and spectacular views as far as the island of St Vincent 20 miles away. You’ll need a guide to reach the peak, which is 2619ft high and is dotted with volcanic boulders that require some careful navigating.

On Dominica, another volcanic island, you can hike through the rainforest, past hot springs and bubbling mud ponds and then cool off in rock pools and rivers in the Morne Trois Pitons National Park. One of the most

challenging treks here takes you to the Boiling Lake, a flooded fumarole from a volcano in the so-called Valley of Desolation, which is eerily enveloped by swirling clouds of vapour. Guides are not mandatory but highly recommended.

The highest peak in the Caribbean is found in the Dominican Republic. It will take two to three days to conquer the 10,000-foot Pico Duarte, starting with a 15-mile trail which requires a guide and pack mules. Getting to the summit is demanding but provided you have a good level of fitness it’s suitable for beginner and intermediate hikers.

HIGH FLYERS

If you have a head for heights, escape into the canopies of the region’s lush rainforests on a treetop adventure.

With no less than 13 ziplines, suspension bridges, three aerial walkways, a tree house and more, the Antigua Rainforest Zipline Tour provides a full day of adrenalin-fuelled fun. If you prefer to stay closer to the ground, you can also see the forest here from the comfort of an open back jeep or kayak your way through the mangroves.

In St. Kitts & Nevis, you can reach speeds

Horse riding in Nevis

Christoffel Mountain, Curacao

Indigenous Eyes Ecological Reserve, Dominican Republic

of up to 50mph on a scenic zipline tour at Wingfield Estate, the former plantation of popular Romney Manor. As you fly through the trees, guides will share their knowledge about the park’s ecosystem and you’ll also get panoramic island views, stretching as far as the island’s Mount Liamuiga on a clear day.

At Mystic Mountain in Ocho Rios, Jamaica, you can zip through the treetops, take a scenic chairlift ride and shoot down a bobsled track in the tropical rainforest.

RIVER RUSH

And for the ultimate zipline experience, the world’s steepest is in St. Maarten. The Flying Dutchman at Rainforest Adventures is more than 2,800 long and plunges 1,000 feet.

‘Kids’ of all ages will love the tubing experience at Crystal Caves in Belize, a subterranean river adventure on giant

inflatable inner tubes where you’ll drift into the sacred and spiritual cave system, turning on your head torch to see the mystical stalactites and stalagmites.

At Jamaica’s Blue Hole, situated at the foot of a gentle waterfall, you can tube your way through the rapid river, go cliff jumping, rope swinging and explore the hiking trails.

Swap your tube for a tram ride at Harrison’s Cave in Barbados, an eco-adventure through a network of limestone caves with stalactites and stalagmites. At the lowest level point, visitors can leave the tram and walk alongside a waterfall which plunges into a deep pool. You can also zipline over the treetops and take on the challenge of a high-rope obstacle course.

ROCK STARS

Towering cliffs along the coast of Barbados are the perfect backdrop for rock climbing and

Bathsheba Beach is a favourite spot – don’t let the scurrying crabs put you off.

The small island of Cayman Brac in the Cayman Islands has earned a reputation as offering some of the Caribbean’s safest and most beautiful climbing. Guests ‘walk down’ ancient limestone cliff faces on rappel tours. Popular routes include Dixon’s Wall, Love Shack Wall, Stargazer Wall and the Wave Wall. The best climbing in the Bahamas is on the island of Eleuthera, whose northern side is home to Stalactite Wall, Rainbow Bay Cliffs, Annie Bight, and Glass Window Bridge, a challenging and steep narrow strip which separates the roaring waters of the Atlantic from the calm waters of the Caribbean Sea. Easier climbs are to be found at Jamaica’s Dunn’s River Falls and afterwards you can cliff dive into the river or swing from a rope and jump in. •

THRILL SEEKERS

Take to the air on a fly board, the latest in extreme water sports. Rush Water Sports in the British Virgin Islands offers half-hour sessions on these hoverboard-like devices which propel you out of the water and into the air using water pressure. No prior experience is required. While you control the direction you ‘fly’ in, the level of thrust is controlled by your trained and certified instructor who will accompany you on a Jetski. With more than 50 islands and cays surrounded by pristine waters, the British Virgin Islands are perfect for water sports such as jetskiing, windsurfing, kayaking, hobie cat sailing, paddleboarding, kiteboarding and surfing.

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TURKS & CAICOS MultiIsleEscape

With 40 islands and cays, eight of which are inhabited, The Turks and Caicos Islands is a multi-island destination that offers visitors a journey through paradise. Together with Providenciales, the commercial hub, the collection of main islands – Grand Turk, South Caicos, North and Middle Caicos and Salt Cay – create the perfect experience for romantic escapes, girlfriend getaways, family vacations, solo trips, wellness retreats, marine adventures, and cultural immersion.

Grace Bay, with its powdery white sand and unbelievable turquoise water. This vibrant island offers everything from water sports and world-class dining to lively entertainment and relaxation.

Grand Turk, where the capital, Cockburn Town is located, is the historical and cultural heart of the islands.

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Explore the barefoot luxury of the multi-island destination that is the Turks and Caicos Islands.

The islands are easily accessible by boat or plane

Easily accessible by ferry to North and Middle Caicos and inter-island flights to South Caicos and Grand Turk, experiencing everything the Turks and Caicos Islands has to offer is within reach, whether you prefer day trips or extended stays.

South Caicos, the fishing capital, is a paradise for snorkelers and divers. Here, you’ll discover a charming blend of rustic charm and natural wonders such as the Starfish Garden in the middle of the ocean.

Here, history comes alive through colonial architecture and you can wander along charming streets, visit the Turks and Caicos National Museum and explore the old Grand Turk Lighthouse.

Providenciales is famous for its luxury resorts and stunning beaches, notably the world-renowned, award-winning

For those seeking untouched natural beauty, North and Middle Caicos offer lush landscapes and serene seclusion. These islands, joined together by a natural causeway, are home to the largest cave network in the Caribbean (called the Conch Bar Caves), the scenic Mudjin Harbor, the award-winning Bambarra Beach and many trails.

Salt Cay, a tiny island with a rich history of salt production, offers a glimpse into a past era with its colonial ruins and quaint streets. Enjoy whale watching during the migration season, relax on pristine beaches, or immerse yourself among the island’s peaceful ambiance.

Enjoy watersports in the Turks & Caicos

LUXURY RESORTS

With four Forbes Travel Guide four-star hotels and eight Virtuoso resorts across the islands, and with several new properties in development, the Turks and Caicos Islands offers luxurious accommodations that seamlessly blend elegance and comfort. There are a number of new properties currently in the pipeline. The Salterra Resort and Spa, a Marriott brand, will open in South Caicos on February 15th. Other properties include The Strand, South Bank by Grace Bay Resorts, Andaz Turks and Caicos at Grace Bay, Salterra Resort and Spa, The Loren at Turtle Cove, The Point by Grace Bay Resorts, Kempinski Grace Bay and three IHG hotels: InterContinental Hotels & Resorts, Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants and Hotel Indigo.

FOOD AND CULTURE

At the heart of Turks and Caicos cuisine is the famous conch, often prepared as fritters or in a flavourful stew. Fresh seafood, like grilled lobster and snapper, is a staple, usually paired with rice and peas, while the sumptuous crab boil and hot hearty grits offer comforting delights.

The Turks and Caicos Islands boast delectable creations from skilled chefs, along with popular dishes featuring a TCI twist. From elegant fine dining experiences to casual beachside eateries, the culinary landscape offers something for every palate, making the islands a true gastronomic paradise.

EVENTS

The Turks and Caicos Islands host a vibrant array of events throughout the year that showcase their rich culture. Racing events such as the Valentine’s Day Cup, the South Caicos Regatta, the Boating Club’s Poker Run, and Race for the Conch help you catch the community spirit. The weekly Fish Fry and Boxing Day Maskanoo parade, for example, offer a unique glimpse into the island’s culture. Elsewhere, the inaugural Lucaya Fest, planned for Caribbean Tourism Month in November 2024, will be a grand display of all the talent residing in the Turks and Caicos Islands, with cultural performances, cuisine, an artisan market, games and much more.

LIFE IS A BEACH

In the Turks and Caicos Islands, life is a beach and there are so many to choose from. Home to the famous, award-winning Grace Bay Beach, with its powdery white sand and clear, turquoise waters, the Turks and Caicos Islands has equally beautiful beaches across the archipelago.

On Providenciales there is Long Bay Beach, where the gentle waves make it ideal for swimming and kiteboarding, or Sapodilla Bay, a popular haven for families, its shallow waters making it safe for young children.

For those seeking seclusion, Mudjin Harbor’s dramatic cliffs and hidden caves on Middle Caicos is a favourite for adventurers and photographers.

Bambarra Beach, also in Middle Caicos, voted the second-best beach in the Caribbean by USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice, is a favourite for its long coast and shallow water.

On Grand Turk, there is the popular Governor’s Beach while on South Caicos, choose from Salterra Beach, Cove Beach, and Long Beach, the finest spots for swimming.

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FAIRWAYS

Pack your clubs and tread the lush fairways of dozens of golf courses across the region, many of them the work of celebrated designers

Tee it up on more than 20 island and mainland nations, including at championship venues where some of the game’s greatest professional players have battled it out.

The Caribbean’s roster of golf courses, with many within or linked to a resort or hotel complex, was augmented last year by a course that is already one its best.

With few rivals even outside of the Caribbean, Cabot Saint Lucia is set on a 375acre peninsular on the island’s northern tip.

The spectacular layout, designed by master architects Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw, incorporates rocky outcrops and features holes that seem to precariously cling to the cliff above tropical bays.

The ocean features on many holes, with several daunting tee shots either across or next to swirling waters. Mark Twain said golf is “a good walk spoiled”, a suggestion that would never have crossed his mind if Cabot Saint Lucia had been built in his day.

Sandals resorts on the island enjoy free green fees, as do those at Sandals’ Jamaica resorts on its Upton Estate course and at Sandals Emerald Bay on Great Exuma in The Bahamas at its Norman-designed course.

Among other courses open to visiting golfers in The Bahamas are the Ocean Club, on Nassau’s Paradise Island, and Baha Mar resort’s Royal Blue in Nassau, designed by golfing legend Jack Nicklaus. Construction on a new golf course for Eleuthera’s Cotton Bay Club, to replace one destroyed in a hurricane in 2005, begins at the end of 2024.

Those lining up behind Cabot Saint Lucia as the Caribbean’s ‘must play’ course include the Teeth of the Dog (pictured below) at Casa de Campo in the Dominican Republic.

Named for the seven holes jutting into the sea like the teeth of a dog’s jaw, the course put Caribbean golf on the map when it opened in 1971. It will close at the end of 2024 for a restoration and will reopen in November 2025.

Punta Espada, La Cana, PGA Oceans 4 and Playa Grande among other notable courses.

Bermuda is covered green in fairways and greens, packing in more golf courses per square mile than anywhere else in the world. Mid-Ocean, Port Royal and Tucker’s Point are among those that welcome visitors.

Jamaica’s standout golf product include Tryall, Half Moon, White Witch and Cinnamon Hill, while among top-drawer Barbados golf courses are the recently-revamped Apes Hill, Royal Westmoreland, Sandy Lane and Barbados Golf Club.

Puerto Rico has almost 20 golf courses visitors can play, with the Grand Reserve Country Club the host of the PGA Tour’s only Caribbean event, the Puerto Rico Open.

Also on Saint Lucia is Sandals’ Cap Estate course, by Greg Norman. Guests staying at

Known as the ‘Golf Capital of the Caribbean’, the Dominican Republic has almost 20 tourist-friendly golf courses with Corales,

For more top golf, try the Four Seasons Resort Nevis, Royal St. Kitts, Curacao’s Old Quarry course and Blue Bay Curacao resort, the Mandarin Oriental Canouan course in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, the Royal Turks and Caicos Golf Club on Providenciales, Tierra del Sol Resort and Golf in Aruba and the recently-renovated Aurora Anguilla. •

The fabulous new Cabot Saint Lucia golf course

Teeth of the Dog Golf Course, Dominican Republic

CAYMAN ISLANDS Threeofakind

Discover unique wildlife, cultural events and a diverse culinary scene in this trio of idyllic islands

NATURE

The Cayman Islands is a nature lover’s paradise, recently recognised as the eighth best nature destination in the world by Tripadvisor. The destination boasts stunning natural beauty and diverse ecosystems, and its pristine Seven Mile Beach was also awarded as one of the world’s best beaches by Tripadvisor.

Visitors can encounter unique wildlife, such as the endangered blue iguana and native species. Grand Cayman offers kayak or boat tours to witness the stunning bioluminescence, and the Queen Elizabeth II Botanic Park showcases native flora.

ADVENTURE

The Cayman Islands offer a wealth of adventure for visitors of all ages. Swim with stingrays at Stingray City, a truly enchanting experience. Go rock climbing on Cayman Brac or dive Little Cayman’s famous Bloody Bay Wall where the marine life is plentiful. Explore the magnificent Crystal Caves, recently recognised by Tripadvisor as one of the world’s top attractions, or explore the colourful underwater world with over 365 dive sites across all three islands.

EVENTS

The Cayman Islands brims with exciting events year-round. January starts with Cayman Cookout, featuring world-renowned chefs, while April welcomes Taste of Cayman. Summer brings the vibrant carnival season, with Batabano and CayMAS. A May highlight is Cayman Art Week; Scuba Week takes place each June; and October sees Restaurant Month and Cocktail Week showcasing the islands’ culinary prowess. Lastly, November is the time for some swashbuckling fun during Pirates Week.

CULINARY

Known as the Culinary Capital of the Caribbean, the Cayman Islands is famous for its extensive and diverse range of gastronomic offerings. With nearly 300 restaurants that offer beachside fare, sea-to-table and farm-to-table menus, fine dining experiences and traditional local cuisine, Cayman is the perfect place to embark on a culinary adventure. Sunday brunch is also paramount to Caymanian culture, and the destination

has several restaurants and hotels serving bespoke experiences which are an epicurean’s dream. To celebrate the culinary offering, food events take place throughout the year.

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Whether at a fine-dining restaurant, a beachside grille or a street food festival, the Caribbean packs in a world of flavours

The traditional cuisine of the Caribbean is hearty and big on flavour, meaning there’s much for foodies to enjoy.

Casual and fine-dining restaurants are abundant, with chefs at leading establishments re-interpreting and elevating dishes, often serving them in surroundings that create memorable moments for visitors.

CULINARY TRADITIONS

Cultural and culinary influences from West Africa, the East Indies, Spain, France, Britain and the Netherlands, among others, have helped shape the region’s food choices.

Fresh spices – including ginger, cinnamon and nutmeg – provide a depth of flavour to both traditional and contemporary dishes, giving Caribbean cuisine its uniqueness.

And the region’s climate means a plentiful supply of produce such as plantains, spinachlike callaloo, mangos, bananas and coconuts.

Zinging dishes such as jerk chicken (doused in spices and hot peppers and slow-cooked) conch fritter (with the seafood meat cooked in a batter made from flour and egg and deepfried in oil), curry goat, as well as comfort food like oxtail stew will satisfy those looking to experience authentic local flavours.

And then there are the dishes associated with individual destinations, such as ackee and saltfish which is Jamaica’s national dish.

Ackee is a fruit with a red skin and savoury flavour that when mixed with saltfish, (or

salt cod), spices and fiery Scotch Bonnet peppers, it makes for a tasty meal.

“Each Caribbean destination speaks its own food language. In Jamaica we blend ‘food dialects’, and spices – pimento, turmeric, ginger, clove, thyme, nutmeg and cinnamon – to create gastronomy that offers the most discerning palate a happy place,” says Michael Barnett, Executive Chef at the all-inclusive, adult-only Sunset at the Palms at Negril.

One of many talented chefs working across the Caribbean, Michael was appointed Jamaica’s first culinary ambassador in 2018. His fusion cooking uses indigenous and global ingredients. His favourite dish to prepare is a jerked chicken leg and thigh stuffed with callaloo and glazed with a jerked guava sauce.

Fungee, a bread ball or patty-like polenta, made by slow-cooking seasoned cornmeal, water, salt, okra, garlic, butter or olive oil, is

the national dish of Antigua and Barbuda but has migrated to many other Caribbean nations, which have added their own recipe twists. Fungee is often served with pepperpot stew, featuring beef, spices and coconut milk.

Jamaican favourites at Ari Villa

Finding local produce in a market in Dominica

Fine dining at Nusa Aruba Restaurant

Chef Nigel Joseph serving up in Antigua and Barbuda

Attending a festival or regular weekly event is one way of sampling regional food or street food. The Anegada Lobster Festival is a threeday gastronomic event that takes place each November on the coral island of Anegada, British Virgin Islands. It features decadent dishes made with spiny lobsters.

However you like crab served, you’ll find it at the All Andros Crab fest in The Bahamas, a crab extravaganza held every June. Highlights include a crab culinary contest and chefs cooking land crabs in 101 different ways.

Mangos are the star attraction of the Nevis Mango and Food Festival in July. The four-day event has dining, cooking demos, master cook-along classes and a beach celebration. For participating chefs, every course of every meal must include Nevis mangoes.

At the popular Friday evening fish fry at Oistins’ Bay Gardens, on the south coast of Barbados, expect saltfish fritters served with delectably grilled marlin, swordfish and tuna.

Flavourful ‘doubles’ – fried flatbreads filled with curried chickpeas or roti packed with curried meats – are a staple of Trinidad and Tobago’s street food scene.

Also look out for Indian and Pakistan influenced specialties, gyro wraps, fried chicken, and chow (which is made up of chunks of fresh fruit mixed with lime juice, hot pepper, salt, garlic, and coriander).

Every Friday night, starting at sunset, residents of Gros Islet, Saint Lucia, fire up their barbecues and ice down crates of Piton beer for the popular ‘Jump Up’. Try grilled zest chicken, marlin or tuna.

ISLAND FUSION FOOD

A notable recent opening in The Bahamas is Silan at Atlantis Paradise Island. Chef Alon

“Guests staying at Villa Casablanca in Barbados enjoy having a private chef who takes the worry out of their daily meal choices”

Shayas explains: “Silan, which translates to ‘date syrup’ in Persian, is a Mediterraneaninspired restaurant that pays homage to my Israeli heritage while incorporating ingredients local to the Bahamas.” Shayas’s signatures include hummus with local lobster and herb and curry butter and roasted cauliflower.

Vegetarians will appreciate the 12-cover I-TAL restaurant overlooking Cariblue Bay in Saint Lucia. “I-TAL is a Rastafarian-inspired farm-to-fork restaurant at BodyHoliday that redefines the culinary experience with its

CHEF CRAIG JONES, SAINT LUCIA

“I love to take guests to the roadside markets and the Saturday market in Castries. The variety always surprises them, even the most sophisticated travellers who have grown accustomed to seeing exotic products in their upscale city markets,” says Chef Craig Jones, who in 2008 opened The Cliff at Cap Maison in Saint Lucia.

“I introduce them to a farmer who has his own land and maybe has two grapefruit trees and some vanilla pods. Or a grandmother with sugar apples she’s picked herself and a cocoa stick she’s hand-made. Some of them bring goods from 30 miles away. That may not sound far, but in the mountains they might have to travel on horseback.

“Then I take guests for breakfast at a local place where they can try saltfish, sweet pimentos and cocoa tea with cinnamon and nutmeg in it. It’s real and you can’t beat it,” adds Chef Jones, who serves inventive French-Caribbean fusion cuisine.

unique organic dining concept,” explains Andrew Barnard, CEO of Sunswept Resorts. “It encourages guests to reconnect with themselves, immerse within nature and appreciate ecological and wellness benefits.”

Guests staying at Villa Casablanca Barbados can enjoy a private chef and a butler service that takes care of their dietary needs.

Fried flying fish with spicy gravy and pickled pork with sweet potatoes are favourite of the chef. A sommelier offers guests tips on how to pair local spices with imported wines. •

Rum is the Caribbean’s favourite spirit

Expect great seafood across the Caribbean

Two red snappers on the BBQ in Martinique

Liamuiga Natural Farm, St. Kitts

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HOME FROM HOME

Whether you prefer a cosy boutique hideaway or an all-inclusive resort, there’s a full spectrum of accommodation choices in the Caribbean

The Caribbean offers the perfect opportunity to escape and relax, whatever accommodation option you are looking for.

From small and intimate adults-only boutique hotels to five-star, all-inclusive spa and family resorts with every amenity and activity on-site, there’s something to suit everyone and every stay.

STAR APPEAL

Boutique properties in the region include Leading Hotels of the World member Rock House, which opened in 2022 on a 14-acre oceanfront site with a private beachfront on the north coast of Providenciales in the Turks and Caicos. It has 46 suites and villas.

But perhaps few places have the star appeal of Jamaica’s Round Hill Hotel and Villas. A favourite bolthole for the rich and famous for more than 70 years, guests can stay in sophisticated luxury in 36 rooms designed by Ralph Lauren or 27 private villas featuring

two to six bedrooms. Famous guests have included John F. Kennedy, Noel Coward, Alfred Hitchcock, Sir Paul McCartney and Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.

Celebrities have also flocked to legendary St. Barths’ sanctuary Eden Rock since aviator and adventurer Rémy de Haenen first welcomed guests to his home in the 1950s. Eden Rock maintains its allure for A-listers, but all guests are made to feel at home.

BOUTIQUE STYLE

Then there’s the romantic, family-owned Cobblers Cove in Barbados, with 40 suites with verandas overlooking the ocean and tropical gardens. Spice Island Beach Resort in Grenada, Windjammer Landing in Saint Lucia, Curtain Bluff in Antigua, and Secrets Cap Cana in the Dominican Republic are other all-inclusive family-focused resorts.

Also consider Saint Lucia’s family-friendly and all-inclusive Cap Maison Resort & Spa, and Sorobon Luxury Beach Resort in Bonaire, offering thatched-roof beachfront houses.

Another family resort, Beaches Turks and Caicos, boasts the Caribbean’s largest water park, a surf simulator, water sports and 21 gourmet restaurants, with sister Jamaica properties Beaches Ocho Rios and Beaches Negril also offering water parks.

Be shaken and perhaps stirred by staying at GoldenEye, once the home of author Ian Fleming who created the spy character James Bond. Now a hotel the 49 rooms include the Fleming villa, where he wrote all 14 of his Bond novels. You can also summon your inner 007 with a stay at the Ocean Club,

a Four Seasons resort on Paradise Island in The Bahamas where scenes from Bond movie Casino Royale were filmed, and at Couples Sans Souci, which featured in two Bond movies: Dr No and Live and Let Die.

Other top-drawer boutique hotels include Montpelier Plantation Inn in Nevis, which was once a favourite escape of Princess Diana.

GOING GREEN

Caribbean properties are responding to travellers’ increasing demand for more environmentally-friendly accommodation.

Aruba’s adult-only resort Bucuti & Tara Beach Resort is LEED Silver and Green Globe certified and became the Caribbean’s first carbon-neutral certified hotel in 2018. The 104-room hotel was also the world’s first hotel to receive the Global 2020 United Nations Climate Action Award for Climate Neutral Now, which was presented at COP26 in Glasgow in 2021.

Other eco-friendly boutique hotels include the Golden Rock Dive and Nature Resort in St. Eustatius, Small Hope Bay Lodge on Bahamas island Andros, Saint Lucia duo Jade Mountain and Anse Chastanet, and the 10-room ECO Lifestyle + Lodge in Barbados.

Sugar Beach, a Viceroy Resort in Saint Lucia

Cocobay Resort, Antigua

If a large all-inclusive resort fits the bill, try the couples-only Sandals Royal Barbados with 272 rooms and suites. Together with neighbouring Sandals Barbados, there are more than 600 rooms, 14 restaurants, 11 pools and a host of free activities and sports including tennis, diving and snorkelling, paddleboards, kayaks and Hobie Cats.

Another 16 Sandals resorts are spread across the Caribbean, in Jamaica, Saint Lucia, the Bahamas, Antigua, Curacao, Grenada and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.

Barbuda Belle and its eight lavish

“Be shaken and perhaps stirred by staying at GoldenEye in Jamaica, once the home of author Ian Fleming who created James Bond”

bungalows on stilts overlooking pink sands on Barbuda is only accessible by boat, offering a real get-away-from-it-all escape, while the fully-inclusive former sugar plantation Jumby Bay, on a private island off Antigua, is reached via the resort’s ferry.

Meanwhile, those who enjoy some spa pampering can choose from the likes of Saint Lucia’s Sugar Beach and BodyHoliday resorts, the Four Seasons Resort Nevis, Jamaica’s Half Moon, Sanctuary Cap Cana in the Dominican Republic, and COMO Parrot Key and The Palm, both in the Turks and Caicos.

ULTRA-LUXURIOUS

For a real flight of fancy, stay at the 39-room, ultra-chic Mandarin Oriental Canouan Island in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, using a new option of buying a seat on a shared charter service from Barbados to Canouan on the resort’s six-seater Cessna Citation jet. And for clients with the deepest of pockets – rates start at $25,000 a night, fully inclusive of meals, fine wines, and spirits – the ultraluxurious new architecturally impressive eight-bedroom Cape Stout has opened on Moskito Island in the British Virgin Islands. •

O2 Beach Club & Spa, Barbados

Cape Stout in the British Virgin Islands

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Famed for carnival fun, the Caribbean’s calendar has many culinary, music and other festivals offering immersion into tropical life

The Caribbean is renowned for upbeat carnival celebrations. Energetic street parades with dancing, elaborate costumes and music from local bands are just part of the fun. Flavourful food and drink are key elements too, with each island’s offerings unique and worth experiencing.

EMBRACING CARNIVAL

The dates of Carnival – a long-standing tradition rooted in Black rebellion –across the Caribbean vary.

Jamaica’s is staged a week after Easter and the Road March is an opportunity to join the partying on Kingston’s streets.

In Curaçao, carnival’s Farewell Parade on Shrove Tuesday features colourful rhythmic tumba music and competitions to elect the year’s carnival “royalty”.

Anguilla’s summer festival features boat races and beach parties. The Family Reunion was this year’s theme, delivering plenty of cultural immersion opportunities for those visitors willing to join in the fun.

Saint Lucia’s carnival is held in July with Castries’ waterfront popular for viewing parades and the whirl of colour and beats.

In Barbados, the week-long Crop Over Festival was originally held to celebrate the sugar harvest. Now soca, calypso, the Cohobblopot show (a Bajan word meaning “brew of things”, craft fairs and folk concerts culminate at Grand Kadooment Day, where nearly 20,000 revelers take over the streets of St. Michael.

Night Mas, in which participants deck themselves in neon accessories.

The most extensive carnival in the Caribbean – beginning in April and ending in May – is found in St. Maarten. Concerts, culinary offerings and spectacular parades make it worth travelling to experience.

Meanwhile, Antigua and Barbuda’s carnival is a 13-day celebration of calypso, steel and brass band music until the first Tuesday in August. With cultural shows and beauty pageants, the festival can be traced back to slavery’s abolition in 1834.

The revelry of Grenada’s Spicemas builds to the J’Ouvert Parade and glowing Monday

The beats of soca music underpin the dancing and street parades of Tobago’s carnival in the last week of October. Later in the year, Montserrat’s carnival starts in midDecember and continues into the new year.

CELEBRATING FLAVOURS

Local food and drink have prominent roles in many of the Caribbean’s vibrant festivals but several events have a specifically culinary focus. In spring, the annual Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee Festival includes farm tours, tastings and cultural performances. August’s Mobay Jerk and Food Festival celebrates Jamaican jerk cooking through tastings and live entertainment.

“Music lovers won’t want to miss the world-famous Reggae Sumfest, and food festivals like the Jamaica Food, Rum and Reggae Festival and Jamaica Food and Drink Festival, both in November are a brilliant opportunity for travellers to enjoy our delicious cuisine,” says Donovan White, Director at the Jamaica Tourist Board.

Cayman Carnival Batabano is held in May

Grenada’s Spicemas Festival

Celebrations for Antigua’s Carnival

Taking place on the Turks and Caicos Islands in November 2024, the 14th Caribbean Food and Wine Festival will see both local and international chefs participating. Cooking demos and wine tastings are held across the islands.

Grenada’s Chocolate Festival in mid-May celebrates ethically and sustainably made chocolate and the island’s rum production.

In addition to tastings, participants can learn about Grenada’s chocolate-producing heritage, meet cacao farmers, enjoy food

tours and experience chocolate-based wellness activities.

The inaugural Autentico Aruba Culinary Festival will take place in October 2024 promising live entertainment and contests between mixologists and chefs.

MUSICAL BEATS

In early August, pulsating rhythms from top DJs fuel dancing at Negril’s Seven Mile Beach in Jamaica during the Dream Weekend. Genres range from electronic

“Local food and drink have prominent roles in many of the Caribbean’s vibrant festivals yet several events have a culinary focus”

dance music through hip-hop and dancehall to reggae.

Reggae also plays as the spring full moon rises over Rendezvous Bay in Anguilla. Hosted by Bankie Banx, the long-established Moonsplash Festival is among the eastern Caribbean’s premier music festivals.

Local African heritage and smoked foods are celebrated during April’s Carriacou Maroon and Stringband Festival in Grenada. Featuring musical workshops and dancing, the final day sees concerts at Paradise Beach with the sea air carrying aromas of seafood being prepped to local recipes.

The multi-genre St. Kitts Music Festival, held at Warner Park Stadium in June, draws international stars and was headlined by Mary J. Blige in 2024.

“We are so proud of how much this festival has grown in recent years. Securing remarkable performers, such as Burna Boy and Sean Paul in recent years,” says Ellison ‘Tommy’ Thompson, the former CEO of St. Kitts Tourism Authority.

Are you ready to head to the Caribbean and join the party?

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Cuban street band drummer Aruba Soul Beach Music Festival

Street market in Ocho Rios, Jamaica

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Getting to the Caribbean has never been easier thanks to non-stop flights from the UK and onward services from U.S. gateways and Europe

Services to the region have increased over the past couple of years due to expanded airline schedules and new operators.

Since 2023, British Airways has added Aruba and Guyana to its Gatwick schedule, via Antigua and Saint Lucia respectively, and also made its service to Port of Spain, Trinidad, a direct one. Along with operating a daily service to Antigua, it is doubling Heathrow-Barbados flights for winter 2024-25 to twice-daily.

Barbados will see a record number of Virgin Atlantic flights for the winter 2024-25 season, with double-daily services from Heathrow from October 2024 plus its four flights a week from Manchester. Virgin is now serving a record number of Caribbean islands, flying direct from Heathrow to Antigua, The Bahamas, Barbados, Grenada, Jamaica, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines as well as Turks and Caicos. It has also added inter-island services from Barbados to Grenada and Saint Vincent.

NEW WAYS TO ARRIVE

A newcomer to the region is Norse Atlantic Airways, operating routes to Jamaica and Barbados from Gatwick. Between November 2024 and March 2025, Norse will operate charter flights from Gatwick and Manchester to Antigua and Barbados as part of a new flycruise partnership with P&O Cruises.

Meanwhile, from late 2024, TUI is introducing flights to its new Dominican Republic destination, La Romana. There are also charter

flights from Manchester to Holguin and Gatwick to Cayo Coco, managed by Iron Travel and operated by TripLatam.

BETWEEN ISLANDS

Airlift via Europe, the USA and within the Caribbean is also increasing.

KLM is doubling flights from Amsterdam to Sint Maarten and Port of Spain for the winter 2024-25 season, from three to six. The extra flights mean increased connections to St. Eustatius, which has short flights from Saint Maarten operated by local carrier Winair.

Island hopping between St. Kitts and St. Eustatius, as well as Saint Maarten and Saba, became cheaper and easier with the introduction of Makana ferry routes, and air connectivity to St. Kitts has also improved.

InterCaribbean Airways offers a direct service between St. Kitts and Barbados, while LIAT has increased its schedule between Antigua and Barbuda and St. Kitts to five round-trips a week. Additionally, Caribbean Airlines began serving the island in July 2023 from Barbados, Trinidad and Antigua.

Timed to connect with UK flights, Anguilla Air Services will fly three times a week between Anguilla and Antigua for winter 2024-25.

From the Dominican Republic’s Punta Cana, Air Century serves Curaçao, an island whose accessibility has improved thanks to direct Delta Air Lines flights from Atlanta, a Surinam Airways service from Miami and direct Corendon Airlines flights from Amsterdam.

FROM THE USA

Guyana saw the addition of SKYhigh Dominicana flights from the Dominican Republic in spring as well as flights from Houston with United Airlines.

From other U.S. gateways, JetBlue offers a year-round service from New York JFK to St. Kitts while United Airlines flies there from Newark.

In addition to up to five weekly British Airways flights to George Town, the Cayman Islands’ capital now has daily, year-round services from Orlando International Airport, operated by Southwest Airlines.

From December 2024, George Town will also gain a new winter daily service from Dallas operated by American Airlines, which will be adding a third weekly non-stop flight from Miami to Anguilla from December 2024 into March 2025. •

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St. Eustatius is a small Dutch Caribbean island located in the north eastern Caribbean Sea.

It lies on the northern part of the Lesser Antilles. St. Eustatius measures 11.8 square miles (approx. 21 square kilometers) and has a population of approximately 3,200 people. It is located southeast of Saba and Northwest of St. Kitts.

Unlike many Caribbean islands, St. Eustatius does not have miles of white sandy beaches. This has protected it from mass tourism. It is a sought-after tourism destination for avid divers looking for shipwrecks to explore and has one of the most spectacular underwater marine parks in the world.

Nature lovers will also be thrilled by the variety of flora and fauna, 52 species of birds and a unique rain forest in the dormant volcano’s crater, The Quill.

The food scene on St. Eustatius is heavily influenced by American, European, and Asian cuisines.

There are many activities to enjoy on Statia.

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